The Curiosity by Caitlín R. Kiernan

In a world where the boundaries between science and ethics blur, a team of scientists discovers a man frozen in Arctic ice, reviving him in a groundbreaking experiment that challenges the very essence of life and death. As the man, Jeremiah Rice, awakens to a future he never imagined, he becomes a living curiosity, sparking debates about humanity, morality, and the consequences of playing God. The narrative explores the intricate dynamics between the past and present, weaving a tale of love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge, ultimately questioning what it means to truly live.